College of Education Newsletter

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we were excited to share a few treats and take time to recognize the incredible educators at our Charter Schools! Their dedication, passion, and impact on our students do not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful for all that they do each and every day!

Congratulations to Dr. Tina Valenzuela and Dr. Chase Young on being selected as a TEA EPP Math and Literacy Fellows! This prestigious opportunity through the Texas Education Agency recognizes educators and leaders who are dedicated to advancing math and literacy education and supporting student success. We are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement!

COE extends the biggest congratulations to our very own Dr. Rose Brock for being recognized as a Library Journal Mover & Shaker! This is a national recognition awarded to library professionals who are making an impact in the field.

Rose Brock, Associate Professor of Library Science at Sam Houston State University, has dedicated more than a decade to connecting authors, educators, and young readers through her work as cofounder (with Kristin Treviño) of the North Texas Teen Book Festival (NTTBF). Since launching in 2015, the festival has connected over 15,000 readers and 75 authors annually—with an even wider reach in the years the festival went virtual. Presented at no cost to attendees, it removes financial barriers to literary engagement. The idea of building a book festival for kids “seemed ambitious,” Brock recalls, “but with 20 years of experience as an educator, I was confident that with the right marketing and buy-in from educators and librarians, developing what I saw as a destination literary field trip was absolutely doable.” 

"You, exactly who you are right now, always have the ability to make a difference in the lives of others. It's an opportunity that is uniquely yours, and no one can take it from you. It's also a choice. What you do matters, every single day. May you always recognize and value that ability, that opportunity, that choice for what it is - the power to make the world a better place, one person at a time."  

-Dr. Stacey Edmonson

A HUGE congratulations to our amazing graduating class of our student workers. Your dedication and hard work are truly invaluable, we couldn't do what we do without you. We're so proud of all you've accomplished and excited to see what lies ahead in your next chapter! Help us congratulate:

Isabella Arnold

Brynn Bland

Ashley Harb

Nimve Nunez

Aaron York

The Junior Service League’s Food Bank Giveaway takes place every Saturday and relies on volunteers like you. Whether you’ve helped before or it’s your first time, your time makes an immediate impact. Sign up via SignUpGenius—additional dates are added regularly.

The HEARTS Veterans Museum is looking for volunteers to help support their monthly Veterans Breakfast on Saturday, May 2. Held the first Saturday of every month, this event provides veterans with a warm meal, meaningful conversation, and a strong sense of community.

Volunteers are needed to help welcome guests, assist with serving breakfast, and create a friendly, respectful environment for local veterans to connect and share their stories. This is a great opportunity for individuals or groups who want to give back and make a direct, positive impact on those who have served.

United Way of Greater Houston is offering child care scholarships to parents who are pursuing post-secondary education certifications, associate degrees, and up to a bachelor's degree for the 2026-2027 academic school year. Full-time students are awarded $12,000; part-time students are awarded $6000. Parents can be on scholarship for up to 5 years. Child care centers are paid directly by United Way of Greater Houston. 

Key eligibility highlights include:

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